Chemistry Technician (Limited Term) - Dauphin County

Are you interested in exploring opportunities within the Department of Agriculture's laboratory division? We currently have an opening for a Chemistry Technician, where you can showcase your laboratory skills and problem-solving abilities. In this role, you will assist our laboratory team by preparing various samples for analysis, requiring a solid understanding of chemistry principles, laboratory techniques, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Apply now to enhance your experience and develop a rewarding career with us.

In this position, you will play a crucial role in supporting the laboratory division by managing the receipt of supplies and samples, ensuring their verification and documentation. Your responsibilities will include preparing samples for analytical analysis, creating standard solutions and reagents for various tests, and extracting samples according to established procedures for further examination by chemists or microbiologists. Additionally, you may conduct standardized chemical tests that do not require professional analysis of the results, while also providing assistance to chemists or microbiologists in different laboratory settings as needed.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• This is a limited term, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The employee will work approximately 9 months.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Completion of 60 college credits including nine credits in chemistry.
  

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.